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NCT01509950 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Comparison of Staples Versus Prolene Suture for Skin Closure at Cesarean Delivery
A NA study of Pregnancy and Cesarean Section, sponsored by Stanford University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 15
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT01509950: Completed NA study of Pregnancy and Cesarean Section, sponsored by Stanford University.
NCT01509950 is a NA study of Pregnancy and Cesarean Section that has completed, run by Stanford University. The registered enrollment target is 15 participants, below the 873-participant average among 191 other Pregnancy trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01509950, a NA study of Pregnancy and Cesarean Section, has completed, sponsored by Stanford University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 15 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
Currently different materials are used to close the skin after a cesarean delivery, including absorbable suture, non-absorbable suture and staples. It is not known what is the best choice of material to close the skin after a cesarean section, but commonly staples or dissolvable suture is used. Recently plastic surgeons have found that non-dissolvable suture may have a better cosmetic outcome than staples. The investigators hope to learn if there is a difference in pain both at suture/staple removal and 6 weeks postoperatively between Prolene suture, Absorbable suture (monocryl or vicryl) or staples. The investigators also plan to look for differences in wound complications and patient satisfaction, as well as operating and removal times. This knowledge will be important in helping practitioners choose the closure technique at cesarean delivery.
Primary Outcome
Pain level on a Mosby visual analog pain scale of 1 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain)
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Staples
- PROCEDURE Prolene non-absorbable sutures
- PROCEDURE Absorbable Sutures
Study Locations (1)
California
- Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital - Palo Alto
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 15 participants |
| Start Date | 2012-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2013-05-04 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT01509950 record still lists
NCT01509950 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 15 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 873-participant average among 191 other Pregnancy trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower).
The record links to 2 conditions, with Pregnancy appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions - of which Staples is the first listed.
NCT01509950 reports a single indexed study location in California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01509950 about?
NCT01509950 is a clinical study titled "Comparison of Staples Versus Prolene Suture for Skin Closure at Cesarean Delivery". Currently different materials are used to close the skin after a cesarean delivery, including absorbable suture, non-absorbable suture and staples. It is not known what is the best choice of material to close the skin after a cesarean section, but commonly staples or dissolvable suture is used. Rece...
What is the current status of trial NCT01509950?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 15 participants. The study started on 2012-01. Estimated completion is 2013-05-04.
What conditions does trial NCT01509950 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Pregnancy, Cesarean Section.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01509950?
The interventions under investigation include: Staples (PROCEDURE), Prolene non-absorbable sutures (PROCEDURE), Absorbable Sutures (PROCEDURE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01509950?
This trial is sponsored by Stanford University, which has 1,744 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT01509950 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across California. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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